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Judge Denies Bid to Block Indiana’s Birth Certificate Sex Requirement

The decision leaves Gov. Mike Braun’s order in place pending further litigation.

Overview

  • U.S. District Judge Matthew Brookman denied the ACLU of Indiana’s request for a preliminary injunction on Monday.
  • His ruling found the plaintiffs had not shown a likelihood of irreparable harm from the policy.
  • Indiana can continue directing the health department to list biological sex at birth and to stop changing gender markers.
  • Attorney General Todd Rokita praised the decision, while the ACLU said it is disappointed and evaluating next steps.
  • The lawsuit over Executive Order 25-36 continues in federal court, following similar federal actions reported earlier this year.